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Originally Posted by Cary Grant
So you hate it so much you just marketed it for him for free.
Voila. I didn't even know the blog existed but am going to go and have a read just after I finish this post. Who knows, I might end up hooked. Or I might also hate it, and end up telling everyone about it too.

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Originally Posted by acidicboy
why not get the best of both worlds?
I must be missing something. The label is contradictory. 100% lana vergine AND 80% virgin wool + 20% poly?
I'm assuming there must be some real merit to having a little bit of polyester (e.g. 3%) but the thought of not wearing natural fibers galls me. Must be due to SF-induced snobbery and prejudice.

Why don't you just rent for this time round? Just go and look for it early to ensure that you've got one that fits.
I think a dinner jacket/tuxedo is a long-term investment thing, and you should not purchase one in a rush. I think it is worth saving up and spend a bit more money and get one that truly fits you and that you are happy with. Better still, save more money and have an MTM or bespoke one made.

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Originally Posted by Infinite42
What other acceptable footwear choices are there for linen pants? I'm one that thinks men's feet in public is unsightly, so I won't be wearing any type of sandal, and I don't really do loafers, though I'm more flexible on the latter. Does that only leave me with Topsiders to work with?
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Originally Posted by jgan85
boat shoes..
+1. I wore off-white linen trousers,...